Job Summary
The TB/HIV Officer is responsible for overall planning, managing and coordinating Multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) diagnosis, TB treatment and Infection Control (IC) activities implemented in the region. Implement TB/HIV care & treatment in alignment with up to date MoH guidelines.
Overall Responsibilities
- Coordinate and assist with supportive supervision and mentoring of community-based and facility-based Health Care Workers in the day-to-day implementation of TB/HIV collaborative activities.
- Coordinate and assist with supportive supervision and mentoring of community-based and facility-based Health Care Workers in the day-to-day implementation of TB/HIV collaborative activities.
- Provide support to the effective referral system of tuberculosis and HIV patients to ensure integration of TB and HIV services within the district
- Document gather, and analyse records of TB/HIV collaborative activities at supported facilities, as well as case-based information in electronic format
- Work closely with the National TB Control Program (NTP), WHO, NGO partners and other Stakeholders in identifying program priorities, developing strategies and coordinating Implementation of MDR-TB activities;
- Participate in all TB/HIV forums at local level and provide updates as required.
- Work with the district TB coordinators, HIV focal persons and Facility in charges to support them to provide regular updates to stakeholders regarding implementation of the TB/HIV collaborative activities.
- Provide technical support to sub-grantees in developing work plan in accordance with project Objectives and scope of work; Technical support supervision for CBO’s and sub grantees with indicators related to TB.
- Provide technical directions and support to the NTP and sub-recipient NGO partners in planning and implementing MDR-TB activities as required;
- Participate in workshops, seminars, task force and expert committees to identify policy, technical and programmatic gaps in Multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) diagnosis and treatment and Infection Control; update partners and stakeholder on TB CARE activities;
- Provide technical support in developing systems, tools, job aids Information education and communication (IEC) as required for improving diagnosis and treatment of TB/MDR-TB, infection prevention, monitoring and supervision;
- Monitor implementation of planned activities through periodic consultations, monthly progress review meetings, reports review, and field trips. Provide written feedback for improving performance.
- Monitor project deliverables and timeliness, notify the Team Leader when issues arise, and take corrective actions, as needed.
Required Qualification, Experience and Competencies:
- · MBChB or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution.· At least 3 years of experience in managing a corporate function, managing performance driven programs, managing the change process,
- · Must be registered with Medical and Dental Practitioners Council applications (MS Word and Excel)
- 3 Years Relevant Experience
NOTE:
Applications should include a cover letter, CV, daytime telephone contact, three traceable professional references and certified UNEB certificates as well as certified University Transcripts
You must have at least a credit 6 in MATHEMATICS and ENGLISH at Ordinary Level (UCE). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.